You shouldn't give up on finding a solution for your chronic, worsening heel pain. Help may be available from a podiatrist at The Foot and Ankle Group, which has locations in Mount Laurel, Bordentown, and Columbus, NJ, as well as Philadelphia, PA. It's a practice staffed by a team of podiatrists who are dedicated to convenient, quality foot care.

When Heel Pain Becomes More Than an Annoyance

Everyone feels a little bit of heel pain every now and again, usually due to wearing a certain pair of shoes that may be a little too tight. But when the pain becomes more than just a minor annoyance, it is something you should talk to a foot doctor about. Heel pain can become a debilitating foot condition that affects your ability to work, move about, and participate in your favorite athletic activities. When heel pain continues to persist even when you’re not standing or walking, that is a particularly urgent sign that you need immediate treatment

Common Reasons for Heel Pain

One of the most common causes of heel pain is a condition called plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia ligament that runs underneath your foot, connecting the toes to the heel, becomes inflamed and damaged. It is often related to flat foot (also called fallen arches) and is common in runners. Overpronation is also a potential cause—it happens when too much pressure is put on the inner parts of your feet when you walk.

How Your Podiatrist Will Help

There are a number of ways that a podiatrist in Mount Laurel, Bordentown, Columbus, NJ and Philadelphia, PA, can help ease your heel pain. Here are some of the treatments you will explore:

Ice or heat therapy

Healing foot exercises

Customized orthotic inserts

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Treatments (ESWT)

Heel surgery to remove spurs or repair damaged tissue

Get Help with Heel Pain

Heel pain doesn't have to be a permanent part of your life. Call The Foot and Ankle Group, with locations in Mount Laurel, Bordentown, Columbus, NJ as well as Philadelphia, PA, to talk about treatment options.